PHARMAGENE Vol: 2 Issue: 2 Research Article www. genesisjournals.org, on" Diagnostic and treatment approach in Ayurveda -s.t. to Vedic Medical Astrology Bhavesh Patil, Bhupesh Patel', Neha Parmar’, Ashwini Save? PhD. scholar, ‘Assistant Professor, Ph.D. scholar, Department of Dravyaguna, Institute for Post-graduate teaching & research in Ayurveda, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar ~ 361008. “ayurveda Consultant, Shree Sai Ayurveda Clinic, Palghar, Maharashtra. Abstract: Purvaparadhaja (Karmaja) vyadhi (disease) and Daiwavyapashraya chikitsa (Spiritual therapy) are two important aspects about diagnosis and treatment mentioned in classics of Ayurveda, Medical astrology is that branch of Vedic astrology which deals with, hhealth. The horoscope is a blueprint of the whole being, reflecting the complex interaction of body, mind and soul. Where modem, ‘medical science is ata loss or failed, astrology can foresce and chalk out viable solutions. By the complimentary combination of the wheel of time (Kaluchakra) and the circle of zodiac (Rashichakra) and thereby distinguishing various ailments on various ‘organs as indicated by the zodiac circle, a smart diagnostic methodology has becn instituted by the medical astrology. Key words: Medical astrology, Ayurveda, Karmaja vyadhi, Daiwavyapashraya chikitsa Introduction: Ayurveda has incorporated three types of disease (Vyadhi) namely Drushtapacharaja, Purvaparadhaja (Karmaja) and Sankara (Mixed). " Out of them, Karmaja vyadhi can be treated with the help of Vedie medical astrology. This comes under daiwavyapashraya chikitsa (spiritual therapy) ‘mentioned in Ayurveda.” Medical astrology is that branch of Vedic astrology which deals with health, The twelve signs (Rashis) of zodiac are linked to the twelve limbs of the body. As said by Dr. Jung “whatever is bom or done a this moment has the qualities ofthis moment” When any soul takes birth, at that particular moment an empirical effec (Prabhava) of the universe (Brahmanda) gets applied as an impression over that particular bora individual The horoscope is a blueprint ofthe whole being, reflecting the complex interaction of body, mind and soul. This is also supported by “Yatpinde tatbralmande”."" Astrology and medicine were not, even in the west, regarded as ‘wo separate disciplines until some centuries ago. Before that all educated persons were broadly familiar with astrology, *Address for correspondence Dr.Bhavesh B. Patil, PhD, scholar, Department of Dravyaguna, LPG-T. & R.A., Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, State ~ Gujarat, Pin code ~ 361008, E-mail - bhavesh,b.patil@ gmail.com “Mobile — 09904469683/ 09987442573 36 philosophy and medicine. Interestingly, whereas astrology was generally considered to be a reputable occupation, ‘medicine seldom was. Very few people know that Hippocrates, the father of medicine, said that no one should call himself a doctor unless he/she was also an astrologer; for no diagnosis could be made without the help of astrological information on the patient. ‘Where modern medical science is at aloss or failed, astrology and Ayurveda can foresee and chalk out viable solutions. By the complimentary combination of the wheel of time (Kalachakra) and the circle of zodiac (Rashichakra) and thereby distinguishing various ailments on various organs as, indicated by the zodiac circle, a smart diagnostic methodology thas been instituted by the medical astrology. Moreover, medical astrologer can advise about the appropriate diagnostic tests (prescribed by a doctor) necessary to verily the astrological speculations. After a physician's tests have ‘confirmed the diagnosis, together the medical astrologer and doctor can outline the best diet and programme of herbs, detoxification and nutritional supplements for the individual toregain good health, Reviewand Discussion As mentioned eatlier, three types of diseases are mentioned in classics of Ayurveda viz. Drushtapacharaja, Purvakarmaja and Sankara. Drushlapacharaja (Doshaja) are those which ‘manifest in proportion tothe indulgence of Nidans (etiological factors). Purvaparadhaja (Karmaja) vyadhis manifest due to Karma i.e, due to disproportion between manifestation and Nidanas. Sankara vyadhis are manifested due to both,Diagnostic and treatment approach in Ayu Indulgence of Viruddha medicines to that of nidanas pacifies Doshaja vyadhi, whereas in Karmaja vyadhis Karmasankshaya is needed for complete elimination of disease, In Sankara (Mixed) vyadhis both of them are needed. " There are three types of therapy — spiritual (daiwavyapashraya), rational (yuktivyapashraya) and psychological (satvaavajaya). The spiitual therapy consists of recitation of mantras, wearing roots and gems, auspicious acs, oblations, following religious precepts, atonement, fasting, invoking blessings, falling on (Ihe feet of) the god etc. The rational therapy consists of rational administration of dit and ddeugs. Psychological therapy is restraint of mind from the ‘unwholesome objects," Our state of health reflects our interaction with our environment, which on the level of subtle and cosmic forces includes the influences of the planets, Here, various important factors which indicate the relationship between astrological imbalances and disease conditions are reviewd and discussed. inbrief. Benefic and Malefic planets (Graha) Generally, benefic planets usually promote health and malefies cause disease Benefic (Saumya) planets ~ Jupiter (Guru), Venus (Shukra), ‘Moon (Chandra), Mercury (Budha) Malefic (Krura) planets Rahu, Ketu, Sun (Ravi) Saturn (Shani), Mars (Mangal), Malefic planets cause disease owing to their destructive effects, ‘but can increase resistance to disease if well placed. Benelic planets work to ereate positive health if well placed in the chart butcan cause disease when poorly placed Signs (Rashis), Houses/Zodiac sectors (Dwadasha bhava/Sthana) and Diseases Rashis and corresponding number's bhava (house) represent or indicate the body parts of the Kaalapurusha (The deity of time). rveda wis to Vedic Medical Astrology Houses of Health and Disease Forexamining overall health, the Ist house or Ascendantis the most important factor because itis the house of the body (Tanulbhava). The S*is the house of postive health, ereativity and sexual vitality. The 9" isthe house of overall good fortune thatimproves the healthas wel. ‘An important rule in Vedie astrology is that benefie planets (Moon, Jupiter, Venus and Mercury) perform best when located in angular or tine houses (1,4, 5,7,9 and 10), the main positive houses in the chart. In such positions they aid in health, physically or psychologically. On the other hand, malefics in angular and tine houses damage the body, reduce the good fortune and weaken our health, The main houses of disease in the chart are houses 6, 8 and 12. The 6° house indicates the diseases that arise mainly through faulty digestion or weakness. The 8° house indicates congenital or vitality problems, including catastrophic ot debilitating diseases and epidemics. The 12*is the house of lossand indicates weakness, debility or hospitalization, Planets located in these houses in the birth chart, particularly benefies, make a person prone to diseases, The lords of these three houses, particularly the rulers of houses 6 and 8, have the power to cause disease by their aspects or association, ‘especially with the ascendant and its lord, The lords of houses 3and [1 canalso cause health problems, ‘The ascendant (Lagna) and Disease The ascendant lord — planet ruling the rising sun (Lagnadhipati) is the main significator of the body and outer self. Its position is a key to the overall health and well being of a person, Generally, it adds strength to any house in which it happens to be located, but when afflicted, particularly if located in difficult houses like 6, 8 and 12; it can cause significant health problems. When any planet (graha) becomes ascendant lord (Lagnadhipa), it specifically represents that tissue of the body which is under its predominant influence. Rashi | Sthana/Bhava Body Part Planet (Graha) [Representative Specifically Mesha 1 Head of (karaka) representative Vashabha Z Face Sun Ravi) Byes, Heart, Mithun 3 Shoulders, Trachea [Bones (Asthi) Bones (Asthi) Karka 4 Chest ‘Moon (Chandra) _[Mind, Lungs ‘Sinha 5 Stomach, Heart Blood (Rakta) Blood (Rakta) Kanya 6 Tatestines, Kidneys ‘Mars (Mangal) [Bone marrow Tula. 7 Reproductive organ (Maja). ‘Vrishehika 3 ‘Scrotum, Ovaries [Muscle(Mamsa)__| Muscle (Mamsa)| ‘Dhanw. 9 Hips, Thighs ‘Mercury (Budha)_|Senseofhearing, Makara 10 Knee joint |Phonation, Kumbha 1 Calf [Skin (Twacha) Skin (Twacha) ‘Meen 12 Feet Jupiter (Guru) | Stomach, Liver, Fat (Meda) Fat (Meda) fboth sign (Rashi) and house (Sthana) of the same number are [Venus (Shukra) _ [Eyes, Urine (Mura), afflicted by malefic planets (Paapagraha), then the [Semen (Shukra) Semen (Shukra) corresponding body part sullers. More the representatives of [Satumn(Shani) [Lower limbs, Nerves | Nerves same body past of Kaalapurusha are afflicted, occurrence of diseased condition in that particular body part of an individual is confirmatory. 37 To say in short from the above table, for example ~ if Sun becomes ascendant lord and is afflicted, then diseases relatedDiagnostic and treatment approach in Ayurveda ws. to Vedic Medical Astrology tobones occurlike fractures, osteoporosis ete Isolated planets (ekantika graha) and Disease ‘When any planet is located in difficult houses like 6, 8 and 12it becomes powerless. If such a planet is afilicted then itis called as isolated (ekantika). Such a planet causes a disease of the particular tissue (Dhatu) which it signifies. Such isolated planets being ascendant lord (Lagnesh) is not mandatory. Conclusion After a detailed discussion on factors of medical astrology, itis, ‘concluded that all negative effects, diseases and ironical fate of ‘human beings are the consequences of past evil deeds ‘committed in the previous births, These ate presumed to have been deposited inthe soul. As far as Vedic medical astrology is ‘concerned the root cause of every diseases (etiology) are absolutely karmic (Karmaja vyadhis) which is derived out of, ‘unethical, dishonest, brutal, untruthful actions committed in the previous birth; and its deeds will follow the aspirant Ganmi). The deeds of past deposit and evil effects will ‘maetaphysically follow soul from births to births as accretion of sins, This cannot be detected under the system of modern ‘medicine, ‘Therefore whenever and wherever the physical diagnosis and treatment through modern medical science 38 becomes failure, there arises the relevancy and sanctity of Ayurveda and its medical astrological aspect. 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